Smart development, start to finish.

What Drives Us

KEMS Corporation is a Boston-based real estate development firm proudly serving Massachusetts since 2009. We specialize in high-quality residential living—from single-family homes to large-scale multi-family communities—across both urban and coastal areas, including recent work in Nantucket.

What sets us apart is a hands-on approach and a commitment to excellence at every stage, from site acquisition and permitting to construction and final delivery. Our mission is simple: to create lasting value for homeowners, investors, and the communities we serve.

BY THE NUMBERS

Building a Greater Impact

26

Years of
Experience

85+

Completed Projects

500+

Apartments, condominiums & single family houses created

100%

Client Satisfaction Rate

Development that responds to both place and purpose.

LEADERSHIP

Led with vision. Driven by grit.

Our people are truly the backbone of our business. Our leadership team possesses hundreds of years of collective experience, and our employees are some of the most talented in the industry. We are committed to a company culture that supports and incentivizes employee growth and to ensure that every member of the KEMS project team is 100% focused on client satisfaction.

  • With over 25 years of experience in real estate and construction, Edward Doherty leads KEMS with a focus on quality, integrity, and customer satisfaction. As a hands-on developer and site manager, he is deeply involved in every phase of a project—from site selection and budgeting to construction oversight and client relations.

    Edward is known for his meticulous attention to detail and strong partnerships with architects, engineers, and legal teams. His leadership has delivered high-quality residential and mixed-use properties across Greater Boston. He also prioritizes community engagement and safety across all projects.

    Certifications: OSHA Certified, Licensed Builder
    Focus: High standards, on-time delivery, and a dedication to standing behind the work.

  • Kurt brings more than 30 years of construction experience to his role as Senior Superintendent at KEMS. His background includes managing a $27 million prison power plant and overseeing numerous laboratory build-outs ranging from $7–10 million. He has also served as Operations Manager at a mechanical firm, supervising both project managers and field staff.

    At KEMS, Kurt is responsible for leading the 25 Isabella Street high-rise project, where he oversees daily operations, site logistics, and field coordination to ensure timely and high-quality delivery.

  • Lucio brings hands-on expertise and a detail-oriented approach to every project he oversees. As Site Supervisor, he ensures daily operations run smoothly, teams stay on schedule, and job sites meet the highest standards of safety and quality.

  • JJ brings a strong foundation in ground-up construction and multi-family developments. Before joining KEMS in 2023, he served as Project Engineer and Assistant Project Manager at Waypoint General Contracting, where he contributed to the successful completion of several large residential projects including:

    • 90 Ocean Ave, Revere (75 units)

    • 11 Walley St, East Boston (36 units)

    • 21–35 West 2nd St, South Boston (55 units)

    • 301 Border St, East Boston (68 units)

    At KEMS, JJ currently manages the construction of 25 Isabella Street, an 18-unit luxury condominium project in Boston. His expertise includes permitting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, budgeting, documentation, and site inspections.

    Key Skills:

    • Proficient in construction management software

    • Strong financial acumen in budgeting and cost control

    • Effective communicator and detail-oriented project lead

    Achievements: JJ is known for delivering projects that exceed expectations in quality, design, and functionality, consistently earning high client satisfaction.

  • With over 20 years of construction experience, Jennifer has managed a wide range of projects—from high-end custom homes and large-scale multifamily developments to cutting-edge laboratory facilities for the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors. Her expertise spans pre-construction, permitting, execution, compliance, and project closeout.

    Jennifer is particularly skilled at maintaining schedules and budgets while ensuring adherence to regulatory and environmental standards. Her knowledge of sustainable building practices has made her a key contributor to projects seeking LEED certification.

    Key Qualifications & Certifications:

    • LEED AP (BD+C) – Expertise in sustainable construction

    • OSHA 30 Certified – Committed to job site safety

    • EPA CGP Inspector – Stormwater and environmental compliance

  • Peter has 40 years of experience in the construction industry and at the start of his career also worked as a structural engineer for a consulting firm. His role is to provide overall direction and supervision of projects including oversight of construction team members and maintain relationships with subcontractors and consultants, and execute plans for financial success. He assumes overall accountability for jobsite safety and quality and managing critical issues as they arise. He is an aggressive and quality-conscious individual with a proven track record of completing complex projects on time and within budget. 

    His experience includes commercial preconstruction, construction management, design/build, and high-end custom residential homes. Peter is a conscientious individual with a sincere understanding of the value of communications, enabling him to work with subcontractors to effectively coordinate their work to meet project schedule commitments.

BLENDING IN-HOUSE & PARTNERSHIP

Start-to-Finish Expertise

Building with Purpose

KEMS Development leads the strategic vision behind every project. Our team brings together finance, design, marketing, leasing, and management—unifying each phase of the development process under one roof.

This integrated approach fosters seamless collaboration, creative problem-solving, and proactive risk management. With an unwavering commitment to quality, we approach every opportunity with purpose and precision—delivering thoughtful, high-value experiences for our investors, partners, and the communities we help shape.

Full-Service Construction

KEMS Construction turns vision into reality. As a full-service general contracting division, we bring the energy, expertise, and accountability needed to deliver exceptional results. Our team is driven by craftsmanship, clear communication, and a deep respect for our clients’ goals.

Whether you're building a custom home, a multi-family residence, or a complex urban structure, we approach every project with integrity and precision. We don’t just meet expectations—we exceed them, every time.